HAIDY MARSDEN
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in Group HSE Governance and Standards Implementation, Operational Risk Assessment, and Incident Investigation Support. Demonstrates proficiency in HSE Audits, Inspections, Assurance, and Contractor Risk Management. Adept at Safety Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Programme Management, and Training Support. Committed to enhancing workplace safety through effective stakeholder liaison and legislative awareness. Career goal: to drive continuous improvement in occupational health standards using advanced EHS software and ISO 45001 knowledge.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Health & Safety Manager – Manar Art & Light Festival
JAM Event Services - Client Ethara Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Led comprehensive HSE oversight across construction, operations, and de-installation for multi-site public programme.
- Directed HSE during construction and installation, reviewing methodologies and managing contractor RAMS.
- Conducted assurance inspections for temporary works, access routes, art installations, lighting, and electrical systems.
- Acted as senior HSE advisor to client leadership, designers, artists, and delivery partners to resolve safety issues.
- Monitored live operational environments, managing dynamic risks and ensuring incident readiness.
- Oversaw de-installation and site reinstatement, controlling lifting operations and vehicle movements.
- Ensured elimination of residual hazards during contractor activities across all phases.
- Conducted regular site inspections for maintained adherence to HSE procedures.
- Ensured all equipment met necessary safety requirements, reducing potential hazards.
- Developed emergency response plans resulting in increased preparedness during adverse weather.
- Reviewed accident reports to identify areas of improvement.
Health & Safety Manager
Expo City Dubai
Dubai
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Provided senior HSE advisory support across multiple venues and high-profile operational events.
- Implemented governance controls including risk assessments, inspections, audits, and corrective action follow-up.
- Supported high-risk activities, crowd management strategies, and emergency preparedness.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives and safety culture engagement.
Health & Safety Manager
Filmmaster
Riyadh
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Led operational HSE delivery for major public-facing projects.
- Conducted inspections, managed contractor compliance, and supported risk mitigation measures.
- Provided assurance reporting to senior management.
- Project Role
Health & Safety Manager
EXPO 2020 Dubai
Dubai
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Supported safety governance for large-scale, high-risk operational environments with significant public interface.
- Conducted inspections, audits, and safety reviews to ensure alignment with organisational standards.
- Provided expert advice on crowd safety, emergency planning, and high-risk activities.
Environmental Health Practitioner / Enforcement Officer
Multiple UK Local Authorities
London
01.2008 - 01.2021
- Conducted statutory inspections, audits, and enforcement activities across multiple UK local authorities, supporting compliance with health, safety, housing, and food safety legislation.
- Investigated complaints and unsafe conditions, issuing improvement and prohibition notices where required.
- Liaised with regulators, legal teams, businesses, and the public to achieve compliance and risk reduction.
- Supported coordinated regulatory responses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Contract & Fixed-Term Roles
- Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, Greenwich, Tower Hamlets
Education
MSc - Food Safety & Control
South Bank University
LondonBSc - Environmental Health
Middlesex University
LondonBSc - Food Science & Technology
UNIAGRARIA
BogotáSkills
Group HSE Governance & Standards Implementation
Operational Risk Assessment & Baseline Reviews
Incident Investigation Support & Corrective Actions
HSE Audits, Inspections & Assurance
Contractor & Third-Party Risk Management
Safety Leadership & Behavioral Influence
Regulatory Compliance & Stakeholder Liaison
Programme & Project Management
Certification
- Level 5 Award – Crowd Safety Management (RQF)
- HHSRS (Housing Health & Safety Rating System)
- First Aid Certified
Languages
English (Fluent)
Proficient (C2)
Spanish (Fluent)
Native
Affiliations
- Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) Member MDD060905
Accomplishments
Achieve recognition during Expo2020 event
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health & Safety Manager – Manar Art & Light Festival
JAM Event Services - Client Ethara Abu Dhabi
09.2025 - 01.2026
Health & Safety Manager
Expo City Dubai
10.2022 - 08.2024
Health & Safety Manager
Filmmaster
10.2022 - 12.2022
Health & Safety Manager
EXPO 2020 Dubai
08.2021 - 04.2022
Environmental Health Practitioner / Enforcement Officer
Multiple UK Local Authorities
01.2008 - 01.2021
BSc - Environmental Health
Middlesex University
BSc - Food Science & Technology
UNIAGRARIA
MSc - Food Safety & Control
South Bank University